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The Importance of Reading: Why Join a Book Club?

July 26, 2021 by Peter Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

Reading is one of the most important skills we have. Every day we go about our days reading; we read the news, we read social media, we read emails, we read recipes, and so much more. Business people spend much of their day reading. And many people gather to read and discuss book in a book club. So ... Read More

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: book club, books, reader, writer

Essential Documents for Your Author Media Kit

June 11, 2020 by Colleen Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

As an author (especially if you self-publish), having a media kit is critical so people can reach you when they're preparing to interview you for their show or magazine article. Think about your media kit this way: it's a business card on your website. By having a media kit, it shows you are a ... Read More

Filed Under: Authors, Uncategorized Tagged With: author bio, author biography, author one sheet, authors, interviews, media kit, podcasts, press, press kit, public relations

Writing Tips: Three Ways to Become a Better Writer

June 8, 2020 by Colleen Wietmarschen 1 Comment

Writing tips help writers write better. A few years ago, I wrote a blog on the four key ingredients writers should incorporate and become a better writer. Today, I'm going to discuss three additional tips you can consider when telling your story: Write what you like to read. Write daily. Write with ... Read More

Filed Under: Monday Musings, Uncategorized Tagged With: author, authors, blog, bloggers, fiction, genre, non-fiction, speaker, speakers, writers, writing, writing tips

Publishing Your Manuscript – Three Items to Consider

June 4, 2020 by Colleen Wietmarschen 1 Comment

Publishing your manuscript, whether you decide to self- or traditionally publish, has three critical components to incorporate to make sure your story is told. Today, I’m going to share three easy tips to remember when publishing your manuscript: Planning Support Commitment Having a plan for ... Read More

Filed Under: Publishing, Uncategorized Tagged With: author, authors, book marketing, manuscript, marketing, Planning, publishing, Self-Publishing, speakers, Support

Memorial Day – Remember, It’s About Our Freedom!

May 26, 2020 by Colleen Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

Memorial Day is celebrated so we remember the men and women who died while serving our country; it's about our freedom. Yes, it's a day to celebrate the unofficial beginning of "summer" in the U.S. But, more importantly, and this year more than ever, it's important to celebrate our freedom and ... Read More

Filed Under: Monday Musings Tagged With: brave, Democracy, freedom, God Bless America, Memorial Day, United States of America

Support: The Thing Everyone Needs

May 26, 2020 by Peter Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

Support Is Crucial Whether you are a entrepreneur, an author, or really anyone who works on their own, having support is crucial. Today's tip is: Surround yourself with positive people - friends, family, mentors. There are three tips we have to help you surround yourself with the people who truly ... Read More

Filed Under: #TuesdayTip, Uncategorized Tagged With: book, entrepreneur, positive mindset, Support, tip

Sharing Your Story At The Right Time

May 19, 2020 by Peter Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

Sharing Your Story It doesn't matter if you write the perfect book or the most captivating speech, if you don't share your story with the right people at the right time, you will not see the optimum success. Sharing your story to the relevant audience is crucial if you want to make more money and ... Read More

Filed Under: #TuesdayTip, Uncategorized Tagged With: author, coaching, speaker, tip, writers, writing

What kind of message are you sending?

May 18, 2020 by Colleen Wietmarschen Leave a Comment

Message is defined as a communication in writing, in speech, or by signals. Whether you're making slides for your presentation or you're putting your marketing materials together, your message must be CLEAR. People want to know what you can do for them or how you can solve their problem(s). Sounds ... Read More

Filed Under: Monday Musings, Uncategorized Tagged With: clear message, content, message, messaging, Proofing, proofreading, website, writing

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